September 15, 2023

By Obituaries on September 15, 2023.

KOLTON FAHSELT

KOLTON “GOOSE” WAYNE FAHSELT March 16th, 2002 September 2nd, 2023
Kolton was known for his antics and humour that he took everywhere he went, his one liners and his sense of humour that truly was his own, he lived and laughed unapologetically at what he thought was funny, offensive or not if he thought it was funny, eventually you would be laughing along with him. Someone said, “he made you laugh whether you wanted to or not”. Kolton had a love of music from a very young age, and it didn’t matter the genre’; Skrillex at a young age would be blasted all the way to 1950’s country, rock and anything he liked at the moment, he knew every lyric like the back of his hand. He could always be found singing and dancing along to any song at any time, being silly and making you laugh, which brought him so much joy. He often rolled into the driveway with the tunes cranked up loud rocking out behind the wheel of his truck. Kolton enjoyed camping, fishing, hunting, kayaking, tubing, knee boarding and enjoyed his time with scouts, where he learned all the outdoor skills he could, he enjoyed winter camping trips and the canoeing trips down the river. He tried many sports when he was young from hockey, baseball, soccer, football, ball hockey, bowling and basketball. He loved playing his Harmonica and would often take it with him to share his love of it with others. He loved movies, drawing, art and was hoping to become a tattoo artist and was busy designing tattoos, happily for anyone that asked. He spent countless hours working on his truck, which he loved. He would always happily lend a hand to anyone who asked or take on a project if he could make something for you. Kolton’s mischievous smile was always followed up with a solid laugh!
Kolton attended Southview School from Kindergarten to Grade 4, Crestwood School for Grade 5 and 6, Seven Persons School from Grade 7 to 9, and he graduated from Eagle Butte High School. Continuing to take his Diploma at Olds College as Heavy-Duty Agriculture Technician and he had just begun his career at Palliser Sales Ltd and was enjoying his job and co-workers.
Kolton is survived by his Mother, Annette Fahselt-Andreas; Father, Trevor (Lisa) Fahselt; Sister, Kinlee Fahselt; Brother, Ryder Andreas; Brother, Alex Armitage; Grandparents, Verna Reynolds, Ernie (Sandra) Reynolds, Heather Anne Reynolds, Janice (Hugh) Carleton, Cliff Fahselt, Mervin and Tammie Andreas, Dave and Laura-Lee Grexton; Great Grandpa, Stan Davidge; Uncles and Aunts, Helen (Gerry) Hall, Dora Reynolds, Trent Fahselt, Robert & Tanis Fahselt, Donalee Fahselt, Lee Carleton, Colleen Carleton, Brian Carleton, Sam Grexton, Robert (Patti) Reynolds, Lacey (Jon) Andreas, Chantel (Chris) Andreas, Travis (Pam) Andreas; and numerous cousins. Special Friends, Clayton Gair and Tyler Andreas.
Kolton was predeceased by his Great Grandparents, Earl & Grace Fahselt, Doug & Helen Carleton, Clara Nordquist, Stan Reynolds; Uncles, Wayne Reynolds, Jim Reynolds, Bruce Carleton.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Ralphs Texas Bar and Steak house Saturday, September 16, 2023, from 3-6pm. Those who wish to stick around after and celebrate Kolton’s life are encouraged to. He would want one hell of a Party! Condolences may be made at http://www.gracememorial.com.
“Choose to chance the rapids and dare to dance the tide”
Grace Memorial Affordable
Burial & Cremation
1924 10th Ave N.W.
Medicine Hat, Alberta T1C 1T5
http://www.gracememorial.com
403-905-0440

AMARA MARIE WELFORD (HELLMAN)

AMARA MARIE WELFORD (HELLMAN) July 7, 1999 ~ September 12, 2023

Amara Marie had a lasting impression on everyone she met. Amara had the amazing ability to make others feel better about themselves and this will be her forever legacy.

With warm embraces from her husband Eric, parents Denise and Chuck and brother Mark, Amara Marie was delivered to her Lord God at 3:42 pm on Tuesday, September 12. Our spunky ginger girl ended her courageous battle with cancer and will be joining her brother Taran and Poppa Gerry in heaven where we know she will be looking down on us always.

Amara’s parents and brother were thrilled to welcome her into their lives on July 7th, 1999. Her vibrant personality was evident from the start. It might come as no surprise that Amara spoke at an early age and made sure she made good use of that sweet voice.

Amara was a fine arts child who loved to perform. She was in her element when she was on stage, whether it be singing, dancing, acting or musical theatre. She received many accolades through yearly Rotary Theatre performances for speech and voice, Royal Academy of Dance in ballet, and the Medicine Hat College Girl’s Choir.

Amara met her high school sweetheart Eric Welford while attending Monsignor McCoy High School. They were joined in holy matrimony in beautiful Cypress Hills, Saskatchewan on October 9, 2021. They resided in Lethbridge, Alberta while attending post secondary schooling. Amara recently graduated with a Bachelor of Education with distinction and a Bachelor of Arts (Drama) with distinction from the University of Lethbridge.

Amara had numerous lifelong friends. Words alone cannot express the comfort and joy each and every one of them provided her. Amara had a very special bond with her leggy labradoodle Lola, who went everywhere Amara went and continued to be her faithful companion right until her passing.

Please join the family for Vigil Prayers (Celebration of Life) at Holy Family Parish, 1451 Strachan Road S.E., Medicine Hat on Friday, September 15, 2023, at 7:00 pm. We welcome your warm stories of Amara during this celebration. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Family Parish on Saturday, September 16, 2023, at 11 am with Father Iqbal Khurshid celebrant. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is

Cook Southland Funeral
Chapel Crematorium &
Reception Facility
901 – 13th Street S.W.
Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4
Phone 403-527-6455
http://www.cooksouthland.com
“Locally owned & directed”

CHARLES AMBROSE GUTFRIEND

CHARLES AMBROSE GUTFRIEND
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Charles Ambrose Gutfriend at the Foothills Country Hospice on September 9, 2023. Charles, fondly known as Chuck, was born to Ambrose and Rose Gutfriend on April 25, 1943 in Leader, SK. He grew up on the family farm in Saskatchewan and attended school at Krupp, St Thomas College and Mendham High. He later moved to Medicine Hat to attend Garbutt’s Business College. Chuck and Eva (Bernie) married in May 1965 and he then worked in construction where he achieved his journeyman plumber certification. He enjoyed his career for 37 years, working in Medicine Hat, the Greater Vancouver area and Calgary until he retired at age 69. Chuck spent his retirement years tackling plumbing projects for his friends and neighbours in the condo where he lived, enjoying time with his wife and family at their lake property, volunteering at the Okotoks Mission Thrift Store and most importantly, spending time with family at gatherings and sporting events.

Chuck will be forever remembered by his wife Eva, his son Dennis and granddaughters, Cassandra, Brianna and Amelia. His son Darren (Patty) and grandchildren Ava and Max. His daughter Elissa (Jerry) and grandchildren Elix, Jonah and Elyn. He will also be missed by his many longtime friends and those from the condo, resort property and volunteering. Chuck was predeceased by his parents, Ambrose and Rose.

Chuck’s family extends a heartfelt thank you to all that offered their support as well as to the High River Hospital Palliative Care Unit and all the staff and volunteers at the Foothills Country Hospice for their comforting care.

A Celebration of Chuck’s Life will be held on Saturday, September 16, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at the Snodgrass Funeral Home in Okotoks. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Foothills Country Hospice Society in Chuck’s name.

ERNEST (ERNIE) OZEM

ERNEST (ERNIE) OZEM July 24, 1929 ~ August 9, 2023
Ernest Horace Ozem, formerly of Medicine Hat, AB, passed away in Oakville, ON on August 9, 2023 at the age of 94. Ernie was predeceased by his parents, John and Caroline, his siblings Della, Malcolm, Eugenia, Lillian and Bill and his beloved wife of 41 years, Grace (Doreen). He will be lovingly remembered and deeply missed by his 3 children, Gwena, Hayley (Matheu) and Rene (Bonnie) and his many friends.
Ernie was born in Ituna, SK. He grew up in Regina and graduated from the University of Saskatchewan College of Pharmacy in 1954. He practiced in Lethbridge before moving to Craik, SK to own and run his first pharmacy. He married Doreen on June 30, 1960. In 1968 they moved to Medicine Hat where, over the years, he was a full or part owner of several drug stores in Medicine Hat and Brooks. During those years, he supported his community in many ways and attended all of his children’s concerts and ceremonies. He retired in 1992.
After retirement, Ernie obtained his realtor’s license but never practiced. He continued his many hobbies which included ham radio, fishing, camping, adding to his many self-taught handyman skills and his love of watching hockey and football games. Through ham radio fests, he and Doreen made many friends south of the border whom they regularly visited. He enjoyed sports such as tennis, badminton, pickleball, and horseshoes. He also continued community volunteering which included committee work, the building of computers for seniors, teaching beginner computer skills to seniors and assisting seniors with taxes. Despite living with a chronic illness for his last 9 years, Ernie was determined to enjoy life to the fullest and did so with his devoted cat, Kissy, who travelled and remained with him after his move to Ontario.
Ernie will be remembered for the long, hard hours he worked to provide for his family, the counsel and support he gave them and the many hours he spent helping others.
The family would like to thank the staff of the Chartwell Regency (Mississauga) and Sunrise of Oakville for their incredible and generous support of both Ernie and his family.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 13 Street S.W. Medicine Hat on Friday, September 22, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Murray Jaster officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. Donations in memory of Ernie may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society, 306, 10430 61 Avenue N.W., Edmonton, Alberta, T6H 2J3.
(Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is

Cook Southland Funeral
Chapel Crematorium &
Reception Facility
901 – 13th Street S.W.
Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4
Phone 403-527-6455
http://www.cooksouthland.com
“Locally owned & directed”

ARMAND SABIN

ARMAND SABIN 1962 ~ 2023 Armand Garth Sabin was born on July 15, 1962 and passed away on Friday, September 8, 2023 at the age of 61 years, beloved partner of Penny Attfield of Medicine Hat. He also leaves to cherish his memory six siblings, Bonnie (Dennis), Pauline (Ron), Leslie (Patti), Mary Jane (Ed), Penny (Clifford), and Lisa (Pete); a special niece, Jamie (Vanessa), as well as numerous nieces and nephews, and his best friends, Larry (Tammy) and Gord (Brenda). He was predeceased by his loving wife, Fran Sabin; his parents, William and Mary Sabin, his stepson, Christopher McDougall and his mother-in-law Isobel Parks. Cremation has been entrusted to the Pattison Funeral Home. To leave a message of condolence you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com.

PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2

JOHN DUNN

JOHN DUNN 1953 ~ 2023 Mr. John Thomas Dunn Jr., of Medicine Hat, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Sunday, September 10, 2023, at the age of 69 years. John’s memory will be cherished by his beloved wife Marilyn of 43 years, his children Amanda Balaz, Ryan Dunn (Amanda); grandchildren Lexi Balaz, Mikayla Balaz, Rhys Dunn and Easton Dunn, as well as his sisters Donna Van Waes and Nancy Bitz and Uncle to Nelson (Melissa) Van Waes, Vanessa (Cliff) DeMello, Michael (Salma) Van Waes and many extended family and friends. He was predeceased by his parents John Sr. and Olive, and brother-in-law Tony Van Waes. John was a power engineer by trade and after he and Marilyn married, they had their two children. His years were spent playing with his kids and grandkids, camping at Elkwater, fishing at the various lakes around the Medicine Hat area, hunting with his son, listening to music, and enjoying the company of his many friends. John was known as the gentle giant and for having a heart of gold. He will be dearly missed by many especially his sense of humor and hearty laugh but has left those who knew him with a lot of great memories. In keeping with John’s wishes, a private family remembrance will take place at a later date. On behalf of the family, we would like to thank John’s two ICU doctors, the nurses and other support staff in ICU at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made by planting a tree in John’s memory through the Pattison Funeral Home website or donations can be made to the Canadian Mental Health Association of Alberta for further research, The Devonian Building, Suite 370, 11150 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta, T5K 0C7. To leave a message of condolence you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com.

PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2

LYNDELL BREKKO

LYNDELL BREKKO 1949 ~ 2023
With love and admiration, we celebrate the incredible Lyndell Brekko (nee Kurtz). Her sudden passing at home on Tuesday, August 29, 2023, at the age of 74 years, marked the end of her physical life, but her memory continues to inspire and lead us.

Suffering many challenges over the years, battling the countless symptoms of MS and re-occurring cancer, she proved herself a warrior. Lyndell’s strength carried us through and her contagious laughter could make us forget her enormous obstacles. She had a love for life and those around her which kept her travelling, seeking adventure, and enjoying each day as it came. She was an astonishing figure; a bright light, providing warmth and happiness to all those around her. She had a fierce joy and a wicked sense of humor.

Lyndell is survived by her husband, Terry Brekko; her children, Tara Branter, Tyler Brekko and Tobi (Sebastian) Magner, and her pride and joy, her grandchildren, Sophie, Ewan and Isla. She also leaves behind her brother, Barry Kurtz; her sister, Michelle (Barry) Bitz, as well as numerous extended family members and her dear, cherished friends. She valued everyone and will be sadly missed by so many.

To celebrate Lyndell’s life, you are invited to the Grandstand Room at the Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede Grounds on Friday, September 15, 2023, from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. A program will begin at 5:00 p.m. Food and beverages will be provided. Lyndell was never one for formalities or a dress code, please dress as it pleases you – we know she would be in her jeans. The service will be live streamed. Those who wish to attend virtually, please visit pattisonfuneralhome.com and select live streaming, then select the youtube (arrow).

Hold your loved ones close today while you share a story of this kind, smart, unforgettable woman.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the charity of your choice in her honor. To keep in touch with Terry and his family, share memories or photos, please email us at lyndell@brekko.com.

To leave a message of condolence you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com.

PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2

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